Controller

I-Grace•New York, NY

4d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

For almost four decades, I-Grace has earned a reputation as a leader in luxury residential construction, working with the most discerning homeowners, architects, and designers. Our commitment to excellence in construction, craftsmanship, and client service has made us the preferred partner for high-end residential projects. We are currently seeking a Controller to join our team in our corporate headquarters in Long Island City, New York. This is a hands-on position responsible for the monthly reconciliation of job cost and WIP to the general ledger, the timely preparation of monthly financial statements, and the supervision of a staff of three accounting professionals. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years in the construction industry, hands-on experience with Sage 300 CRE and AIA billing, and progressive experience producing the monthly WIP schedule, preparing financials, and supervising personnel. The Controller will be responsible for the accounting functions in a multi-divisional accounting environment including all financial reporting, cash management, preparing and filing all tax and information returns, and overseeing a team of three (AP, AR, Payroll) to ensure best-in-practice accounting procedures are implemented and maintained.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of overall experience with at least 5 years in the construction industry.
Proficiency producing WIP schedules using Sage 300 CRE; advanced Sage skills preferred.
Four-year degree in accounting, master’s degree a plus.
Advanced skills in Excel; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience implementing accounting systems and procedures
Experience in a multi-divisional accounting environment, with some S Corp taxexperience.
Ability to implement risk management treasury controls – internal and external
Strong oral and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with executive leadership, staff members, outside accountants, auditors, brokers, bankers, and attorneys.

Responsibilities

Manages day-to-day operation of the Accounting Department ensuring the daily accounting operating cycle remains timely and current.
Responsible for the review and preparation of accruals including job related costs, and general and administrative expenses.
Maintains control over all postings and transactions in the general ledger and all subsidiary ledgers, including journal entries, correcting transactions, and reconciling monthly WIP.
Responsible for the preparation and reconciliation of the final monthly job cost to the general ledger and WIP to the general ledger.
Timely preparation and issuance of monthly financial statements, monthly closing and related analysis.
Responsible for cash management including thirteen-week cash flow forecast and cash flow analyses.
Responsible for online banking transactions, including internal transfers and external wires.
Prepares financial schedules and assists with all required audits.
Responsible for the filing of sales tax returns in all jurisdictions where the company operates.
As requested, liaises with outside accountants, banking representatives, insurance brokers and auditors.
Prepares annual budgets, reforecasts and related analyses.
Provides assistance to the accounting staff on Sage issues to ensure duties are properly executed in a timely and accurate manner.

Benefits

Health insurance - medical with virtual visits and health advocate availability, dental and vision
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
HSA & FSA
$50,000 worth of employer paid life insurance
Legal Plan benefits
Identity & Fraud benefits
Pet Solution benefits
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program
Home & Auto discounts and more!